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If you’ve applied for a partner visa (such as Subclass 820 or 309) while in Australia, you may be granted a Partner Bridging Visa to remain lawfully in the country while your application is being processed.
The most common bridging visa for partner visa applicants is the Bridging Visa A (BVA), but in some cases, you may need a Bridging Visa B (BVB) or even a Bridging Visa E (BVE).
Most onshore applicants receive a Bridging Visa A (BVA) after lodging their Subclass 820 partner visa. This visa:
We can assist with urgent BVB applications and re-entry planning.
Our team regularly helps with BVC applications and work rights submissions.
If you are unlawful or hold a Bridging Visa E (BVE) at the time of application:
Important: BVE holders have limited rights and must act quickly to restore lawful status. We regularly assist BVE holders with partner visa strategies.
If your Bridging Visa does not come with work rights, you can apply to have them added by demonstrating financial hardship. You’ll need to provide supporting documents showing your inability to support yourself without working.
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BVA lets you stay in Australia while your partner visa is processed but does not allow travel. BVB allows temporary travel overseas and return while your application is pending.
It depends on the bridging visa type. BVA may inherit work rights from your previous visa, or you can apply based on financial hardship. BVC and BVE require a separate work rights request.
You must submit a BVB application before leaving Australia. It’s best to apply at least 2 weeks in advance with evidence showing why travel is necessary.
Yes, but you must meet Schedule 3 criteria and explain why you became unlawful. Legal advice is recommended for BVE-to-partner visa pathways.
Your BVA will cease automatically once you leave Australia. You’ll be unable to return unless you apply for a new visa offshore.
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